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Kito Crosby kicks-off ‘Lifting for the Troops’ campaign
From September 1 through October 31, Kito Crosby will donate $500 for every Crosby, Harrington, Acco, and Peerless training event the company hosts in the U.S.
UK government increases available funds for Sizewell C nuclear energy project
The funds will aid in preparing the site for construction, sourcing key components and expanding the workforce
Three failures of RAAC concrete in UK schools prompted government action
Three failures of “non-critical” reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in English schools prompted new guidance of the material in education settings.
Industry experts speak on RAAC
Two industry experts talk about the issues with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC)
Serbia to invest in country’s railway networks to ‘revitalise infrastructure’
The plan, which involves €12 billion (RSD1.41 trillion) in funding, is aimed at preparing for the Expo 2027 in Belgrade
New Zealand commits $71bn to help fix infrastructure deficit
New Zealand recently held its Master Builders Association New Zealand Constructive Forum 2023
Kyrgyzstan sees country’s largest tunnel completed
The projects goal is to ensure smooth traffic flow for two large vehicles traveling in opposite directions without causing any congestion
Schools in UK told to close buildings constructed with RAAC concrete
Report highlights danger of injury or death from unsound structures
Remex managing director calls for EBV revision
Missing provision means recycled/substitute materials are still labelled as waste, says Remex
Turner Construction begins Albany airport expansion
The initiative is a component of a broader effort led by New York Governor Kathy Hochul, involving an investment of US$230 million
Who is winning the majority of construction contracts in Africa?
The construction landscape across Africa has changed dramatically since the 1990s
Master Builders Victoria: ‘Alert’ but not ‘alarmed’ by construction company collapses
The number of building companies collapsing in Victoria has risen by 74% in the past year
Why recession is looming over German construction industry
Recession is looming over the construction market in Germany, as contractors and developers battle a combination of challenges exerting downward pressure on activity there.
Japan’s prime minister visits scrap metal recycling plant
Fumio Kishida views recycling processes, exchanges opinions on circular economy 
ANSI A11 Update
The A11 Committee provides an update on a number of recent changes and four standards currently in development
Brazil’s US$76 billion infrastructure investment
Brazilian president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s ambitious infrastructure investment plan
Philippines government suspends Chinese contractor’s Manila Bay land reclamation work
The government of the Philippines has placed 22 land reclamation projects in Manila Bay under review, leading to their temporary suspension.
UAE city begs contractors to secure demolition sites
“Determination to implement the best practices in demolition” prompts site inspections
Germany earmarks €18.9 billion for green construction and renovation subsidies
Germany’s cabinet has approved €18.9 billion (US$20.8 billion) for subsidies in the building sector to encourage the construction of new energy efficient buildings and the renovation of existing buildings.
NDA urges White House: avoid big changes to overtime rule
Proposed rule means “more economic uncertainty” for employers and workers, says association
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